Ball State Information Technology continues to collaborate with Google to bring AI tools to campus. Starting now, Google has launched a special offer for its higher education partners: FREE access to a Google One AI Premium plan until June 30, 2026. This plan, typically priced at $20 per month, provides students with advanced AI tools and substantial cloud storage so they can study smarter.
What’s Included:
- Gemini Advanced Access: Students gain entry to Google’s most capable AI models, enhancing tasks like writing, coding, and research.
- 2 TB Cloud Storage: Ample space for storing documents, photos, and other essential files.
- AI Integration in Google Workspace: Seamless AI assistance within Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides for easy integration.
- NotebookLM Plus: An advanced AI-powered research assistant that can summarize content and generate reports from various sources.
- Creative Tools: Access to Veo 2 for text-to-video generation and Whisk for creative text-image integrations.
Eligibility and Enrollment:
To qualify, students must sign up by June 30, 2025, using their Ball State email address. Once enrolled, students can use all of the premium features for free until June 30, 2026. For more information, read the official announcement here.
This offer is part of an agreement between the student and Google. Standard rates apply after the first year unless canceled.